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On Air Force One, Trump Acknowledges Constitution Bars a Third Term

Speaker Mike Johnson says there is no viable path to amend the 22nd Amendment before 2029.

Overview

  • Speaking to reporters en route to South Korea, Trump said it is "pretty clear" he is not allowed to run again and called the restriction "too bad."
  • The 22nd Amendment limits presidents to two elections, and Johnson noted any change would take years, require two‑thirds of Congress, and ratification by three‑fourths of states.
  • After days of renewed speculation, Trump also said "we’ll see what happens" and highlighted a "lot of great people" as potential 2028 Republican contenders.
  • He dismissed a proposed vice-presidential workaround as "too cute," stating he would not attempt that path.
  • Allies such as Steve Bannon continue to hint at unspecified strategies and promote "Trump 2028" merchandise, yet no concrete legal mechanism has been offered.